Whitelock: I want to play SA teams in Super Rugby
Crusaders’ Sam Whitelock says he misses the physicality of South African teams in Super Rugby, and is desperate for another opportunity to lock horns with them in SA.
Highlights: Chiefs end Christchurch drought with last-gasp try
The Chiefs ended a six-year losing drought away to the Crusaders when they scored a try after the final hooter in a thrilling Super Rugby Pacific encounter on Saturday.
Quiz! Can you name South Africa’s foreign legion?
Test your rugby knowledge by naming these 22 foreign players who played Super Rugby for South African teams.
Highlights: Plumtree Jr scores twice in Blues comeback
Taine Plumtree, the youngest son of Sharks legend John Plumtree, crossed for two tries as the Blues rallied to beat the Highlanders in a marathon Super Rugby Pacific clash on Friday.
Barrett: The closest I’ve been to retirement
Set to start his first Super Rugby game for the Blues since 2020 this weekend, Beauden Barrett has reflected on his concerns with being forced into retirement during his two-month battle with concussion.
Kiwi greats: Aussies have too many Super Rugby teams
Australian rugby will cease to exist if they don’t axe at least one Super Rugby franchise, says All Blacks legends Jeff Wilson and John Kirwan.
Watch: Ultimate Fijian finisher!
Before the Fjian Drua started throwing down in Super Rugby Pacific, speedster Rupeni Caucaunibuca was whipping necks and snapping ankles!
Super Rugby wrap: Drua draw blood, Crusaders gallop ahead
Fijian Drua secured their first Super Rugby Pacific win against a hapless Melbourne Rebels, but fellow newcomers Moana Pasifika were beaten on their belated debut at the weekend as powerhouse Crusaders surged to the top of the table.
Highlights: Hurricanes hold off Highlanders
The Hurricanes denied the Highlanders in a surprisingly scrappy encounter to pick up a second-straight Super Rugby Pacific victory.
Highlights: Chiefs’ late miss hands Blues victory in Auckland
The Blues spoiled Brad Weber’s 100th appearance for the Chiefs as they held on for a thrilling two-point win at Eden Park on Saturday.
